Retropharyngeal Calcific Tendonitis Mimics a Retropharyngeal Abscess
Joint Authors
Source
Case Reports in Otolaryngology
Issue
Vol. 2013, Issue 2013 (31 Dec. 2013), pp.1-4, 4 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2013-07-15
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
4
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Retropharyngeal calcific tendonitis (RCT) is an uncommon, self-limiting condition that is often omitted in the differential diagnosis of a retropharyngeal fluid collection.
This condition mimics a retropharyngeal abscess and should be considered when evaluating a fluid collection in the retropharyngeal space.
Although calcific tendonitis at other sites has been well described in the medical literature, it appears that this entity has been underreported in the otolaryngology literature where only a few case reports have been identified.
Presumably, the actual incidence is higher than the reported incidence, due to lack of familiarity with this disorder.
As an otolaryngologist’s scope of practice includes the managements of retropharyngeal lesions, it is important for the otolaryngologist to recognize the presentation of acute RCT and be familiar with appropriate treatment strategies.
Retropharyngeal calcific tendonitis presents with neck pain, limitation of neck range of motion and includes inflammation, calcifications, and a sterile effusion within the longus colli muscle.
Treatment is medical with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications.
RCT does not require surgical treatment, and an accurate diagnosis can prevent unnecessary attempts at operative drainage.
In this study, we discuss two cases of RCT, summarize the salient features in diagnosis, including key radiologic features, discuss treatment options, and review the literature.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Pollak, Natasha& Wexler, Sonya. 2013. Retropharyngeal Calcific Tendonitis Mimics a Retropharyngeal Abscess. Case Reports in Otolaryngology،Vol. 2013, no. 2013, pp.1-4.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-500585
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Pollak, Natasha& Wexler, Sonya. Retropharyngeal Calcific Tendonitis Mimics a Retropharyngeal Abscess. Case Reports in Otolaryngology No. 2013 (2013), pp.1-4.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-500585
American Medical Association (AMA)
Pollak, Natasha& Wexler, Sonya. Retropharyngeal Calcific Tendonitis Mimics a Retropharyngeal Abscess. Case Reports in Otolaryngology. 2013. Vol. 2013, no. 2013, pp.1-4.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-500585
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-500585